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It’s Time for Bernie to Talk About Himself

It’s Time for Bernie to Talk About Himself It’s Time for Bernie to Talk About Himself

When the Vermont senator returns to the trail, he’s going to need to talk about his least favorite topic: Bernie Sanders.

Oct 4, 2019 / John Nichols

Think or Swim

Think or Swim Think or Swim

Climate change activists demand action from our leaders.

Oct 4, 2019 / OppArt / David Klein

Has Capitalism Become Our Religion?

Has Capitalism Become Our Religion? Has Capitalism Become Our Religion?

We talk with historian Eugene McCarraher about the myths and rituals of the market, the lost radicalism of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and the rise of neoliberalism.

Oct 4, 2019 / Daniel Steinmetz-Jenkins

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Against the Pundits’ Class Against the Pundits’ Class

In the media imaginary, working-class people are reduced to stereotypes, while actual workers go unheard. But some of them talk back.

Oct 4, 2019 / Maximillian Alvarez

Amitav Ghosh

Beneath Amitav Ghosh’s Gentle Tone Smolders a Polemical Fire Beneath Amitav Ghosh’s Gentle Tone Smolders a Polemical Fire

The author of Gun Island derides the liberal moralizing of the refugee crisis.

Oct 4, 2019 / Kanishk Tharoor

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Our Children Will Be Casualties of Trump’s Presidency Our Children Will Be Casualties of Trump’s Presidency

This administration is jeopardizing their future by rolling back environmental policies and slashing education budgets.

Oct 4, 2019 / Frida Berrigan

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Why Is Europe Still Fueling the War in Yemen? Why Is Europe Still Fueling the War in Yemen?

Despite attempts to ban arms exports, European countries remain important weapons suppliers to Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

Oct 4, 2019 / Romain Mielcarek

The Impeachment Crisis Just Got Worse for the GOP

The Impeachment Crisis Just Got Worse for the GOP The Impeachment Crisis Just Got Worse for the GOP

Donald Trump is laying the groundwork to bring Pompeo and Pence down with him.

Oct 3, 2019 / Joan Walsh

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Unasked Questions About US-Ukrainian Relations Unasked Questions About US-Ukrainian Relations

Is US national security being trumped by loathing for Trump?

Oct 3, 2019 / Stephen F. Cohen

Puzzle No. 3512

Puzzle No. 3512 Puzzle No. 3512

Click HERE to download a printable PDF of this puzzle. ACROSS  1 Chinese food (mostly chicken) hardens political philosopher (9,6)  9 Janelle Monáe eating fruit (5) 10 Display web…

Oct 3, 2019 / Joshua Kosman and Henri Picciotto

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